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Is it worth waiting for the new BREZZA, or are there better alternatives for Mumbai city use and a few random trips outside, say 2 to 3 in a year, up to Pune, Panchgani, etc

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•4w

Go for the Brezza, but wait for the new model as it's just a few weeks away. The Brezza is easy to drive in traffic, rides well over broken roads and speed breakers, and the automatic is smooth and stress-free. The cabin is airy, the visibility is good, and Maruti service reach in the city makes ownership simple. For the odd Pune or Panchgani run, it feels stable enough if driven in a relaxed manner.  

A point to consider if you often go up the ghats with four people and luggage: the 1.5 petrol is smooth but not very strong, so overtakes need a little planning.

If that bothers you, the Skoda Kylaq with the automatic is the better alternative. It feels quicker in the hills and in gaps, and the gearbox responds a bit faster, which helps both on the ghats and in stop-go Mumbai traffic. You will trade a slightly firmer ride and a lower city mileage for that extra shove.

For mostly city use, though, buying the Brezza is the sensible call.

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@haresh1 Go for Kylaq

•3w

@haresh1 Go for Kylaq

•3w

@haresh1 Go for Brezza because of reliability, good mileage/visibility/resale value

•3w

Maintenance and mileage wise which is the best except Maruti brand price 10-13 lacs

•3w

I am planning to buy a car with good milage, economical. I need petrol with CNG option with good boot space

•3w

@chandrashekar.1 what's your budget?

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@adarsh_paliwal312lakhs I will go upto 12 lakhs

•3w

I will go upto 12 lakhs

•4w

Hey, so I'm looking to buy my first car, and my budget's around 10-11 lakhs. I've narrowed it down to the top automatic Baleno and Dzire, but I'm still stuck on which one to pick! I drive about 500 kms a month, live in a tier 2 city, and occasionally take trips with my family of four, including a kid. I want this car to last me 10-15 years without any issues. I'm also considering the upcoming Brezza. Any advice?

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@guru.5 why not consider kylaq AT , its safer, has torque convertor gearbox which is best in city and highway and drive better than both maruti you are looking for. Take a test drive and you will feel the diffrence. Skoda is giving 4 year warranty with option to increase it to 6 and you can purchase 4 year maintenance package for all your service related worry. Kylaq signature AT 12 lakh on road.

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@deepak100 but mileage????

•4w

Hi, I'm looking to buy my first car, and my budget's around 10-11 lakhs. I've narrowed it down to the top automatic Baleno and Dzire, but I'm still stuck on which one to pick! I drive about 500 kms a month, live in a tier 2 city, and occasionally take trips with my family of four, including a kid. I want this car to last me 10-15 years without any issues. I'm also considering the upcoming Brezza. Please advice?

•4w

Wait for breeza, untill than check out skoda kylaq signature automatic. It is more powerful and has torque converter gearbox, drives better with offer it will be on road 12 lakh ,Take test drive and than decide what is good for you and your family.

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Hi Autocar Team, I am planning to buy my first car and am confused between the Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX A MT Petrol and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi+ Turbo MT Petrol. I feel the Brezza offers better value for money, more features, and is actually priced lower than the 3XO. At the same time, I understand that the Brezza offers better reliability, fuel efficiency, and long-term peace of mind. However, the 3XO feels more premium and, from what I have heard, offers a better ride quality. I plan to keep the car for 10 years or more, so long-term ownership is an important factor. Could you please suggest which of these two would be the better choice for my requirements?

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Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi+ turbo MT petrol. For a first car with a 10+ year ownership plan, the Brezza works well. Maruti’s service network, proven reliability and lower long-term maintenance costs make it a stress-free ownership proposition. The Brezza’s turbo petrol engine is also well-suited to Indian conditions, offering good drivability and efficiency without being overly complex. The Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX A MT petrol does make sense too, but we would lean towards it more if a peppy and lively drive feel is what you are after. Overall, the ride and handling balance is better with the 3XO, which has a good mix of city comfort and high-speed stability. The Brezza, however, leans towards the city with a much more pliant ride at low speeds. Thus for you keeping in mind a long ownership period, we would lean towards the Brezza.

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•6d

Brezza ZXI+ Petrol AT vs XUV 3XO AX5 Petrol AT. I’m super confused. I loved the peppy TCMPFI engine of the 3XO, but being in the Maruti family has made me used to reliability and smooth after-sales service. However, the higher taxes on the Brezza and the strong value-for-money proposition of the 3XO have left me stuck. Will the 3XO be as reliable as the Brezza for 8-10 years? I’m ignoring mileage for now, as the 3XO is already around Rs 2 lakh cheaper. My brain says Brezza, but my heart says 3XO.

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•20h

Go with the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 Petrol AT. The Brezza ZXI+ Petrol AT is a very sensible choice, but the 3XO is simply the better value proposition here. The 1.2 turbo petrol engine is genuinely peppy, the torque converter automatic is smooth, and the car feels more premium and better equipped for the money. The Brezza’s new Boosterjet engine brings down the price and offers the turbo punch you want, but it isn't available with an automatic. As such, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.5 NA AT doesn't offer the same value for money as the 3XO.On reliability, the XUV 3XO is a proven product and Mahindra’s service network is strong. It may not have Maruti’s legendary reputation, but it is not a car you should be worried about owning for 8-10 years. The Brezza is the safer, more predictable choice, but the 3XO is the smarter buy here.

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•1d

I'm planning to buy a new car with a budget of Rs. 8-10 lakh. I currently own a Hyundai Santro Xing and am looking to upgrade. I have shortlisted the Hyundai i20 Magna and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXi Turbo. We are a family of five, and my average monthly running is around 1,500 km. My priorities are comfort and good fuel efficiency. Which of these would you recommend, or is there a better option within my budget?

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•1d

For a family of five with 1,500km a month, comfort and good mileage are key. The Hyundai i20 Magna is a good hatchback, but it won't feel like a big upgrade from your Santro Xing in terms of space. The Maruti Brezza LXI Turbo is the better choice here. It offers a more spacious cabin, a higher seating position and better comfort for five occupants. The turbo petrol engine should also be relatively efficient and well suited to your running. The Brezza is also a practical, reliable and comfortable SUV that will serve you well for years. Go for the Brezza LXI Turbo.

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Posted on: 10 Jul 2026